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Hi everyone.
well my brown envelope arrived "inviting" me to apply for PIP because they are stopping my DLA.

As my handwriting is chuffing awful (because my hands don't work properly) I want a version I can type into instead. I seem to recall there was a link on here some time ago, but I can't find it now.
Please could someone point me in the right direction?

Thanks

I try not to get too stressed out on the forum. I won't argue, i'll just leave a thread if you don't like what I say.

To apply for PIP now that your DLA is ending you have to call the number on the letter telling them that you want to apply for PIP and giving them the info they ask for I seem to remember mine was a 15 minute conversation, they will then send you the forms for PIP. I'm almost certain you can't do this online, the best I can suggest is that you get a friend to fill them out for you.
Use the time it takes to gather any evidence you have, and make sure you copy the forms before you send them back (at least 10 days before the due date)
And do expect to have a face to face assessment.
Good luck

"You have to wait for all the good things in life, and then they don't last long"

As poppy suggested type your answers out on additional sheets:
- refer to the question number;
- put your name and NI no. on each sheet;
- write 'see attached sheets' on the question box on the form;
- attach sheets firmly to the PIP2 form.

It also helps you get a more consistent picture, and is more easily edited / amended than writing directly on the form.

Can a family member / friend fill in the other pages (medical details, etc) for you?

Or get an appointment at your local CAB / advice centre.

Alice Holt Forest situated some 4 miles south of Farnham forms the most northerly gateway to the South Downs National Park.

Agree with the above advice - a sort of get around for much of the 'meat' of the form by referring to attached sheets which are electronically constructed and printed. I still find it scandalous that this cannot be completed electronically when by definition many will struggle to complete the form by hand. Because I no longer am working or doing much away from a computer I wasn't aware at all just how bad my OCD manifests in handwriting until they sent me this form 3 years ago. It reminded me of the problems I had with bank when they would query why my cheques were never being presented and I was wanting more cheques. I was binning them due to my handwriting and signature not looking right.

Last edited by Muttleythefrog; 12-07-2019 at 11:42 AM.

"Do not attribute to conspiracy what can adequately be explained by incompetence" - rogerblack

I typed up all the extra information - this was after someone helped e to complete the form. I expanded in extra information for each of the sections to make sure it was fully covered with all the information I needed to send, as I know they ask for minimal information so they can give you a lower award!

we have printed small sticky labels (avery ones) that say .."please see attached sheet page number " and these go in the boxes with the page number added

everything is typed with clear question numbers and lines between answers... the pages are numbered with my name DOB and NI number .. it all gets whole punched and tied together with string/treasury tag

I did this years ago and just edit and update for each renewal and its a lot easier that way.. although i believe they ahve changed renewal forms now

"I have now been advised that you that you will be able to complete both forms on your computer and either type or hand sign your signature.
We will require you to ‘sign’ a disclaimer stating you are aware of the security risks with sending personal information over the Internet.
Please can you reply with your full name and address and NI number if you wish to continue with this process"

Initially you would need to call the new claims line on 0800 917 2222 to register your claim for PIP and to give some basic information. They should also ask you if you require your correspondence in a particular format. You should let them know that you require forms by email."

This doesn't really help me - since my speech is not up to making the initial phone call - but at least, I will be able to fill in the form !

More from DCPUALTERNATIVE.FORMATTEAM@dwp.gov.uk
re a non speaker applying for PIP :
"We have a number of options. If you are able to speak briefly on the phone then you can call the new claims line and give authority for another person to speak on your behalf. Alternatively If you reply with your name and address details we can issue a paper version of the initial application form if you or someone else can complete it for you. Finally we would be able to email the initial application form to you if you provide your name and address details to us. We also have visiting officers who can come out to you to assist with this process, but it would be helpful if you could give me more details about why you are unable to follow our standard process for example you say you are a non writer, is this because you did not learn to write or that you are unable to use your hands to write. You say you are unable to speak on the phone, would you be able to speak with someone face to face or are you unable to speak at all (sorry to ask all these questions but it helps me determine the best way we can help you in this process)."

WW3 is coming - it's been almost 75 years since the last one - the next one will be FAR worse !
So what's a few squabbles between politicians ??

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